STEP Continuum
When it is Consulted
initially registered for school: informs placement
when changing schools
at least once/twice a school year
When a student moves from an ELD to an ESL program
in transition meetings
Who uses/consults
classroom educators
planning/coverage educators
ESL teacher
system leads: monitor board implementation
How Continuum is Used
informs proper accommodations for EQAO assessment
as learning: OLB/OLLB helps students set goals and self monitor
helps to document student learning accurately, seen through report card comments
starting point for instruction and assessment
OLB: opportunities to use for descriptive feedback to students and for next steps
Where Continuum is Found
copy for parents
classroom teacher/ planning teacher copy
OSR
ESAT